Debra Cross

It is with great sadness to announce the death of Debra Lee Cross (Fiore), age 66, formerly of Berthoud, Colorado. She passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 23rd, 2017 of complications from Parkinson’s. Her loving sister Patti was by her side. Debra was born on July 13th, 1951 in Portchester, NY to Julio and Madeline Fiore (Turso). Her family moved to Largo, FL in 1963. She graduated from Largo High School in 1969. Debra’s love of the outdoors drew her to Colorado in 1976 where she resided until her passing. Debra spent most of her professional life in the circuit board industry as a successful inside sales representative. She cherished many of the friendships she made with those she worked with and who became an important part of her life as her health began to decline. Debra lived her life to the fullest through simple pleasures; chatting with friends and family, taking long drives in the mountains, and spending time with her beloved pets. She enjoyed camping, gardening, listing to music, and photography. Her kind spirit, smile, and compassion for others brightened any moment and enriched the lives of those who knew her. She is survived by her loving family, daughter Shannon Hansen-Hughes, and devoted son-in-law, Patrick, her sister Patti Phillips and her husband and son, Danny and Danny Jr. She also left behind her beloved dog, Lily. She is preceded in death by her parents, Julio and Madeline Fiore (Turso). “If I had a wish that I could wish for you, I’d make a wish for sunshine for all the while” – Sunshine On My Shoulders, John Denver